Lynn Beeler, owner of Pit Stop Market, was elected Plainview's fourth mayor in the recent city election. Judge Travis Patterson administered the oath to allow Beeler to take office on July 1. Beeler, the nephew of Imogene Seltzer, one of Plainview’s founders, also serves as one of the 7th District County Commissioners.
In the regular July meeting of Plainview Board of Aldermen, Mayor Beeler administered the oath to Rebecca Lock, who will begin her second term, and newcomer Keith Brantley, who replaces Gordon Bright, a champion for the fire department and city services. Vice Mayor Richard Phillips welcomed Mayor Beeler and gave him the keys to the city.
As Plainview welcomed new leadership, it also remembered former Mayor Gary Chandler, who died from natural causes shortly after the June election. Mayor Chandler had served the city well for 14 years as mayor and several years before as an alderman. His legacy continues in the many improvements that were begun before his passing.
Plainview also celebrated the retirement of Mary Ann Brantley, who has served as recorder for several years. Phillips awarded her a plaque that praised her dedication and service to Plainview as well as a cake that everyone enjoyed. Plainview had clean audits with Brantley in charge of the finances. Mayor Beeler has hired Pam Holbert as the new City Recorder.
The Plainview Board of Aldermen and Holbrook have already met with Brantley regarding finances and scheduled training to learn the responsibilities of city leaders.
The next meeting of the Plainview Meetings will be on August 13 with the Planning Commission at 6:30 p.m. followed by the Board of Aldermen at 7. The Neighborhood Watch is August 15 at 7 p.m.